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July 15, 2012

Exotek TC6TEK performance chassis conversion

Exotek have release their TC6TEK performance ultra narrow LiPo chassis conversion set complete with bushing supported hinge pin blocks for the TC6.1 or TC6. The new design incorporates heavy duty bushing supported hinge pin blocks, the same concept incorporated into other world caliber touring cars by Tamiya, Yokomo and Hot Bodies. The steel insert bushings insure ultra free suspension movement, no matter the arm angles. Newly designed 7075 heavy duty bulkheads are included and their shortened design allows for improved chassis flex. 4 heavy duty 7075 suspension blocks are included, FF-C, FR-C (split style), RF-XB (split style) and RR-D and the included blocks will give you 0 degree of front arm sweep and 3 degrees of rear toe. The chassis is made from 2.25mm USA made precision cut soft weave carbon fiber and at only 84mm wide the main chassis can better utilize lower ride heights for more aggressive cornering.

View the complete conversion set here

July 15, 2012

Joern Neumann defends 4wd European title

Jörn Neumann defended his 4wd 1/10th off road European Championship title after taking a perfect score in qualifying and winning the opening two legs of the A main for the overall win in this years event held in Fehring, Austria. Jörn was chased all the way by his Austrian Team Durango team mate, Hupo Hönigl, who took second overall for a Team Durango 1-2. TLR driver Darren Bloomfield completed the podium in 3rd.

Source: Durango [team-durango.com] / Image: RC Devil [rcdevil.gr]

July 14, 2012

Hobbytech Spirit EP 1/8th brushless buggy

Seen at this year’s toy fair Hobbytech have released their new Spirit EP 1/8th scale brushless chassis. This high spec competition buggy features a narrow 3mm lightweight chassis plate design with optimal weight distribution and ultra low center of gravity. Other highlights include machined aluminium rear hubs and steering knuckles, hard coated shock bodies, lightweight aluminium front and rear adjustable toe-in plates, a 2 piece motor mount and carbon fibre shock towers.

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July 14, 2012

Futura 2012 Jager offroad tyre additive

Futura 2012 have announced their new offroad tyre additive. After a lot of successful products for 1/8 on road scale like the Futura V1 and V2, now comes this particular formula dedicated to offroad cars, Futura 2012 Jager. Tested by many top drivers in Italy, it is now available for all drivers all over the world. Jager helps increase the grip of tyres in all track conditions making the cars easier to drive and immediately faster.

Source: Futura [tyreadditive.com]

July 14, 2012

Akula Racing AKX2 Thresher conversion kit

Akula Racing have announced the AKX2 Thresher chassis conversion kit for the Ansmann X2C and Teacm C TC02C kits. The kit replaces the three-piece moulded plastic chassis with a 3mm thick 6082 aluminium chassis. This is fitted with carbon fibre side plates to control the flex, this gives the option to tune the chassis flex by changing the height of these from the chassis, the higher they are the stiffer the chassis becomes. The main benefit from a one piece aluminium chassis over the moulded plastic on the X2C/TC02C is that it has much more consistent and controllable flex which improves steering response, gives more overall grip, greater consistency and even better rear traction.

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July 14, 2012

Capricorn tire additivator V2

Capricorn have introduced the V2 version of their tire additivator. The new version additional features 2 lamps, and lamp protectors, to directly heat the contact point of the tire increasing the effect of absorption of the sponge for better penetration and durability of the additive in the foam.

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July 14, 2012

STRC Slash 2wd green option parts

Whether you are a fan of the iconic green Monster Truck or a loyal consumer of a particular brand of energy drink, STRC’s new CNC Machined Green Anodized aluminium option parts will allow you to customize your R/C vehicle to match the green theme. All components are machined of high quality aluminium with great precision and craftsmanship, anodized in brilliant green anodizing for awesome looks. The new green parts include pro racing battery strap, front body posts, LCG conversion kit, rear motor guard, rear shock tower, heavy duty front shock tower, 1deg. toe-in rear hub carriers, 17mm hex conversion kit, threaded front & rear shock bodies / collars / low caps and front suspension arms w/hinge-pins & delrin inserts.

Source: STRC [teamstrc.com]

July 13, 2012

Reds Racing R5T Team Edition engine

The new R5T Team Edition from Reds Racing represents the state of the art of 3.5cc off road racing engine. Based on the Reds R5T, the new engine is equipped with the best technology to further improve fuel consumption, performance and reliability. Each R5T component is refined to minimize mechanical friction. The new backplate is refined with a special anti-friction hard coating RDC that reduces conrod-backplate friction improving engine efficiency and performance. The engine comes with all Swiss Made ball bearings. The new steel-ceramic hybrid rear bearing ensure longer life and low friction at high temperatures. Each engine is controlled personally by Mario Rossi and comes with Quality Control Certificate.

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